Sydney to Melbourne Inland & Coastal Discovery

Ready for our next stop? 🚗 In case you missed it, we’re taking the ultimate inland road trip from Sydney to Melbourne, exploring Australia’s pioneering history and immersing you in a landscape shaped by our country’s early settlers 🏔 Today, we’re pulling up in our beautiful capital Melbourne! 📍 You’ll find Melbourne regularly featuring in the ‘most liveable city in the world’ lists and it’s easy to see why 🌇 Melbourne is a city that wears its many charms effortlessly. From astonishing creativity in the arts and food to fanatical world class sporting action 🏉 This is a place where hidden laneways and secret rooftops reveal endless treasures. Where uber-talented designers, chefs, artists, and artisans weave their magic 🧑🏼‍🍳 The opportunities for exceptional shopping, cultural immersion and outstanding dining are boundless ✨ There’s truly so much to see and do here, so head to our website below and plan the ultimate trip! 👇🏻 https://www.sydneymelbournetouring.com/town/melbourne/ Or click below to view the whole Inland Route! 🗺 https://www.sydneymelbournetouring.com/inland-drive/ Visit Melbourne

Ready for the next stop on the Sydney Melbourne Inland Discovery Trail? 🚗 In case you missed it, we’re taking you on the ultimate road trip as we discover the magic of the gold rush trail, explore the mighty Murray river, and take the road less travelled 🌵 Today, we’re in Castlemaine 📍 Surrounded by rolling hills and a natural beauty that is hard to beat, Castlemaine is rich in history, artistic endeavours, festivals, contemporary food and natural beauty ✨ In the heart of town you can find on-trend and designer fashion, quirky vintage pieces, galleries overflowing with original art, bookstores galore, an abundance of antiques and collectables and many other boutique shopping experiences 🛍 Be amazed at converted historical spaces like the old Woollen Mill which is now a vibrant space bursting with food producers, artisans, a brewery, cheesemaker, winemakers and more 🍷🧀 To find out more about Castlemaine and plan your trip, head here 👇🏻 https://www.sydneymelbournetouring.com/town/castlemaine/ To view the full Inland Discovery Route, click the link below 👇🏻 https://www.sydneymelbournetouring.com/inland-drive/ Castlemaine, Maldon & Surrounds

Ready for our next stop? 🚗 In case you missed it, we’re taking the ultimate inland road trip from Sydney to Melbourne, exploring Australia’s pioneering history and immersing you in a landscape shaped by our country’s early settlers 🏔 Today, we’re pulling up in Maldon 📍 Historic Maldon has a peace and tranquillity that is both endearing and infectious. Explore the historic streetscape admiring the gold rush architecture, browse through boutique stores, rifle through an eclectic array of antiques, collectables and vintage pieces or take home a piece of quality local art, jewellery or fashion ✨ From unique boutiques and bookshops, to mouth-watering local produce lovingly assembled and served with a smile, the charm of Maldon will have you coming back for seconds. If you are lucky enough to be in town on the second Sunday of the month, don’t miss the Maldon Market where you will find food, wine, music, art and more in a relaxed setting 🛍 To plan your trip to Maldon, head to the link below 👇🏻 https://www.sydneymelbournetouring.com/town/maldon/ Or click below to view the whole Inland Route! 🗺 https://www.sydneymelbournetouring.com/inland-drive/

SPOTLIGHT ON GIPSY POINT 📍 Situated at the head of the Mallacoota Inlet, this idyllic spot offers a superb getaway to Croajingolong National Park 🌲 The area is still as nature designed it; unspoilt and famous for its beauty of forests, rivers, lakes and coastline 🌊 The area is best enjoyed on a walk or cruise around the inlet. A haven for local wildlife, spot white-bellied sea eagles, lyrebirds, azure kingfishers, goannas and colourful Gippsland water dragons, some growing to a boastful 1m long 🦎 The national park boasts 100km of beaches along the wilderness coast of Victoria’s East Gippsland. With epic hikes, gob-smacking white sand beaches, rainforest pockets and beautiful campsites, the park is truly one of the best places you can visit ✨ To learn more about beautiful Gipsy Point and plan your trip, head to the link below 👇🏻 https://www.sydneymelbournetouring.com/town/gipsy-point/

Ready for the next stop on the Sydney Melbourne Inland Discovery Trail? 🚗 In case you missed it, we’re taking you on the ultimate road trip as we discover the magic of the gold rush trail, explore the mighty Murray river, and take the road less travelled 🌵 Today, we’re in Heathcote 📍 This pretty township offers a relaxed and intimate insight into village life, and is situated just down the road from Bendigo! Stroll along the wide main street and take in the heritage buildings, quaint cafés and boutiques ✨ Nature lovers will appreciate the forest surrounding the town with walking and cycling trails, lookouts and the colourful Pink Cliffs providing one of many stunning vistas 🌳 The region is famous for its rich and earthy Shiraz, so make sure to stop into one of many local wineries to try some for yourself! 🍷 To find out more about Heathcote and plan your trip, head here 👇🏻 https://www.sydneymelbournetouring.com/town/heathcote/ To view the full Inland Discovery Route, click the link below 👇🏻 https://www.sydneymelbournetouring.com/inland-drive/ Explore Heathcote

LOCAL LEGEND ⭐️ Classic Capital Golf Tours🏌🏻‍♂️ Classic Capital Golf Tours takes away the worry from your next golf holiday and shows you how great Canberra golf courses and South Coast NSW golf can be ⛳️ They also give the opportunity for golfers to taste the region, with some of the most unique golf tours in Australia. They not only cater for groups going on their annual golf trip, but also provide truly memorable golf day packages that allow you to sample the best of golf, food and wine of the region and nearby coast 🍷 To find out more, head here👇🏻 https://www.sydneymelbournetouring.com/operator/classic-capital-golf-tours/

Ready for our next stop? In case you missed it, we’re taking the ultimate inland road trip from Sydney to Melbourne, exploring Australia’s pioneering history and immersing you in a landscape shaped by our country’s early settlers 🏔 Today, we’re pulling up in Bendigo 📍 Bendigo is a vibrant and historic regional city in central Victoria. Full of elegance and splendour, it’s an ideal launching pad from which to explore Victoria’s golden heritage, food and wine and wide open spaces 🌲 Dine in the many sidewalk and laneway cafes, discover art galleries and antique stores, and take in stunning, decadent architecture from the gold rush era nestled among century-old gardens 💐 Take a walk or ride on Bendigo’s talking tram and explore the city’s heritage buildings, including the Alexandra Fountain, the magnificent former post office, the law courts, and the ornate Shamrock Hotel 🏨 Make sure to check out Australian art dating as far back as the 1850s at the Bendigo Art Gallery! 🖼 To plan your trip to Bendigo, head to the link below 👇🏻 https://www.sydneymelbournetouring.com/town/bendigo/ Or click below to view the whole Inland Route! 🗺 https://www.sydneymelbournetouring.com/inland-drive/

LOCAL LEGEND ⭐️ CACTUS COUNTRY 🌵 Check out Australia’s largest Cactus Garden at Strathmerton (VIC) Imagine yourself in a desert landscape, surrounded by beautiful cacti and other succulents, on sandy walking trails that take you away to the other side of the world… Spend an afternoon in Mexico, or the Sahara, but actually right here in Australia! 🌴 Take some incredible photos for the family album, then stop at the cafe to cool off with a Margarita or Mexican Beer 🍺 TOP TIP - make sure to try their famous Cactus cake and ice cream! 🍦 If you liked this post, make sure to like us for more hidden gems travel inspo within Victoria and NSW 📍 https://cactuscountry.com.au/ Cactus Country Visit Gippsland

LOCAL LEGEND ⭐️ Blazing Stump Wodonga Whether you are travelling for business, for a family holiday or simply for an indulgent weekend escape, the Blazing Stump Motel & Suites is your perfect home-away-from-home in Wodonga 🌲 With 66 rooms comprising eight different styles, free parking, complimentary Wi-Fi, and guest laundry available seven days a week, you’re sure to find everything you need 🏡 There are two pools, three barbecues along with a mini gymnasium, sauna, outdoor spa, tennis court and basketball court onsite, so it’s the perfect spot for a relaxing weekend away! ✨ To find out more, head to their website below 👇🏻 https://www.blazingstump.com.au/ Blazing Stump Motel Wodonga Visit Albury Wodonga

LOCAL LEGEND ⭐️ Naturaliste Tours Discover French Island: a hidden treasure of natural wilderness and wildlife, with Naturaliste Tours - the only tour operator on the island 🏝 Get ready to explore a pristine, off the grid, eco destination just a short ferry ride from the Mornington Peninsula or Phillip Island ⛴ Travel the island in a 4WD vehicle through National Parks, forests, historic sites & hidden spots - their knowledgeable and experienced local guides will share the unspoilt natural beauty & fascinating history of the island as well as allowing time for wildlife encounters 🌿 This is sure to be a day you’ll never forget! ✨ To find out more, head to Naturaliste Tours ⭐️ https://naturalistetours.com.au/

In case you missed it, we’re taking the ultimate inland road trip from Sydney to Melbourne, exploring Australia’s pioneering history and immersing you in a landscape shaped by our country’s early settlers 🏔 Our next stop? Echuca 📍 Sitting on the Victorian side of the Murray River, Echuca is the half of the twin towns that make up Echuca Moama. Echuca is home to around 15,000 people and is a thriving regional city that oozes history, relaxation, nature, flavour and adventure ✨ Take a trip back in time on board a Murray River Paddlesteamer, or take a culinary journey through casual bars, cafes, pubs, and clubs, and on to the riverside wineries, modern fusion restaurants, cellar doors and farm gates 🌲 Take your winery tour to the next level by going by e-bike or on horseback! 🐎 To plan your trip to Echuca, click the link below 👇🏻 https://www.sydneymelbournetouring.com/town/echuca/ Or click below to view the whole Inland Route! 🗺 https://www.sydneymelbournetouring.com/inland-drive/

SPOTLIGHT ON CANBERRA It doesn’t get much better than our beautiful capital city! Canberra’s thriving arts and culture scene is vibrant, diverse and accessible to all. In fact, some of Australia’s most impressive and important collections are housed here 🎨 There are so many fantastic things to see and do, but here are some of our top picks! 👇🏻 🏙 Float across the city as dawn breaks in a hot air balloon 🍷 Head out after dark into Canberra’s thriving nightlife 🍔 Grab a mouthwatering burger from an old mechanic’s garage at Grease Monkey 🖼 Explore the National Museum of Australia, the National Portrait Gallery or the Museum of Australian Democracy ☀️ Take a stroll around the lake or join a tour of Parliament House, perched high on Capital Hill. For more things to see, do and eat, head to the link below 👇🏻 https://www.sydneymelbournetouring.com/town/canberra/ Visit Canberra